The Squeeze: Broncos beards & so much more

A concentrated look at recent juice on the Broncos.

Hey, #BroncosCountry!

Here are some things to know as you continue your Thursday:

1. Michael 'The Beard' Bowen finally chops it off

Since Denver’s loss in Super Bowl XLVIII, Broncos fan Michael Bowen decided he wasn't going to cut his beard until the Broncos won a Super Bowl. Two years later, the superfan finally said goodbye to his beloved facial hair.

North Carolina governor Pat McCrory on Wednesday made good on his wager with Colorado governor John Hickenlooper after the Broncos beat the Panthers in Super Bowl 50. McCrory covered his Panthers jersey in Hickenlooper's Broncos jersey and was required to wear it for the remainder of the day.

In 2014, kicker Brandon McManus was asked to visit Ryder, a Broncos fan with Down syndrome who was being bullied by kids in the neighborhood. After his visit McManus decided to start the Anti-Bullying Squad, an organization that takes a stand against bullying through education, awareness and prevention.

Linebacker Von Miller has made wearing glasses a staple of his look, but once upon a time they weren't very fashionable. In this article from The Players’ Tribune Miller and friends recount childhood stories of early football careers and sneaking out of the house.